- Must visit
Philadelphia Museum of Art
Major art museum with wide-ranging collections and the famous steps. Worth visiting for both the galleries and the skyline views outside.
Cheapest price
£55
Average price
£81
Fastest journey
1 h 5 m
Average duration
1 h 6 m
Trains per day
36
Distance
144 km
The best way to find a cheap train ticket from Baltimore, MD to Philadelphia, PA is to book your journey as far in advance as possible and to avoid travelling at rush hour.
The average ticket from Baltimore, MD to Philadelphia, PA will cost around £81 if you buy it on the day, but you can find cheap train tickets today for only £55.
Of the 36 trains that leave Baltimore, MD for Philadelphia, PA every day 36 travel direct so it’s quite easy to avoid journeys where you’ll have to change along the way.
These direct trains cover the 144 km distance in an average of 1 h 6 m but if you time it right, some trains will get you there in just 1 h 5 m .
The slowest trains will take 1 h 7 m and usually involve a change or two along the way, but you might be able to save a few pennies if you’re on a budget.
2150 Acela
178 Northeast Regional
170 Northeast Regional
184 Northeast Regional
176 Northeast Regional
2162 NextGen Acela
2154 Acela
2150 Acela
2120 NextGen Acela
2108 NextGen AcelaOmio recommends booking the train as it is the most popular option from Baltimore, MD to Philadelphia, PA among Omio's users. If you are prioritising price take the coach with prices starting from £10. For those with little time consider booking a train which can get you there in 1h 37m. In case you are seeking to minimise your carbon footprint the train is your best bet as it emits only 0.0 - 0.1kg. The ticket price range depends on the travel mode: a coach costs an average of £10, and a train costs an average of £5.
Distance: 144 km
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£19 Average Price | £18 Average Price Cheapest |
2h 7m Average total duration Fastest 1h 37m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 2h 33m Average total duration 2h 3m Onboard + 30m Additional time* |
0.0 - 0.1kg CO2 emissions Lowest | 0.1 - 0.4kg CO2 emissions |
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Additional time: Average total travel duration to departure point, security checks and transfers.
The table below shows live departures for Baltimore, MD to Philadelphia, PA trains for today, Wednesday 26 August. You can also manually refresh the results below to see updated train journeys.
| Provider | Departs | Duration | Arrives | Changes | Tickets |
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2150 Acela | 5:22 Pennsylvania Station, Baltimore, MD | 1h06 | 6:28 30th Street Station, Philadelphia, PA | 0 changesdirect | |
170 Northeast Regional | 5:44 Pennsylvania Station, Baltimore, MD | 1h11 | 6:55 30th Street Station, Philadelphia, PA | 0 changesdirect | |
2102 NextGen Acela | 6:21 Pennsylvania Station, Baltimore, MD | 1h14 | 7:35 30th Street Station, Philadelphia, PA | 0 changesdirect | |
130 Northeast Regional | 7:05 Pennsylvania Station, Baltimore, MD | 1h22 | 8:27 30th Street Station, Philadelphia, PA | 0 changesdirect | |
172 Northeast Regional | 7:50 Pennsylvania Station, Baltimore, MD | 1h15 | 9:05 30th Street Station, Philadelphia, PA | 0 changesdirect | |
2104 NextGen Acela | 8:03 Pennsylvania Station, Baltimore, MD | 1h09 | 9:12 30th Street Station, Philadelphia, PA | 0 changesdirect | |
112 Northeast Regional | 8:22 Pennsylvania Station, Baltimore, MD | 1h15 | 9:37 30th Street Station, Philadelphia, PA | 0 changesdirect | |
56 Vermonter | 8:48 Pennsylvania Station, Baltimore, MD | 1h10 | 9:58 30th Street Station, Philadelphia, PA | 0 changesdirect | |
2154 Acela | 9:06 Pennsylvania Station, Baltimore, MD | 1h06 | 10:12 30th Street Station, Philadelphia, PA | 0 changesdirect | |
86 Northeast Regional | 9:32 Pennsylvania Station, Baltimore, MD | 1h15 | 10:47 30th Street Station, Philadelphia, PA | 0 changesdirect | |
182 Northeast Regional | 10:13 Pennsylvania Station, Baltimore, MD | 1h18 | 11:31 30th Street Station, Philadelphia, PA | 0 changesdirect | |
2108 NextGen Acela | 10:38 Pennsylvania Station, Baltimore, MD | 1h07 | 11:45 30th Street Station, Philadelphia, PA | 0 changesdirect | |
174 Northeast Regional | 11:18 Pennsylvania Station, Baltimore, MD | 1h10 | 12:28 30th Street Station, Philadelphia, PA | 0 changesdirect | |
84 Northeast Regional | 11:46 Pennsylvania Station, Baltimore, MD | 1h18 | 13:04 30th Street Station, Philadelphia, PA | 0 changesdirect | |
2112 Acela | 12:22 Pennsylvania Station, Baltimore, MD | 1h09 | 13:31 30th Street Station, Philadelphia, PA | 0 changesdirect | |
134 Northeast Regional | 12:38 Pennsylvania Station, Baltimore, MD | 1h17 | 13:55 30th Street Station, Philadelphia, PA | 0 changesdirect | |
184 Northeast Regional | 13:54 Pennsylvania Station, Baltimore, MD | 1h26 | 15:20 30th Street Station, Philadelphia, PA | 0 changesdirect | |
2116 NextGen Acela | 14:27 Pennsylvania Station, Baltimore, MD | 1h10 | 15:37 30th Street Station, Philadelphia, PA | 0 changesdirect | |
94 Northeast Regional | 14:43 Pennsylvania Station, Baltimore, MD | 1h15 | 15:58 30th Street Station, Philadelphia, PA | 0 changesdirect | |
20 Crescent | 15:26 Pennsylvania Station, Baltimore, MD | 1h18 | 16:44 30th Street Station, Philadelphia, PA | 0 changesdirect | |
148 Northeast Regional | 15:38 Pennsylvania Station, Baltimore, MD | 1h16 | 16:54 30th Street Station, Philadelphia, PA | 0 changesdirect | |
2118 NextGen Acela | 15:58 Pennsylvania Station, Baltimore, MD | 1h12 | 17:10 30th Street Station, Philadelphia, PA | 0 changesdirect | |
176 Northeast Regional | 16:08 Pennsylvania Station, Baltimore, MD | 1h16 | 17:24 30th Street Station, Philadelphia, PA | 0 changesdirect | |
178 Northeast Regional | 16:39 Pennsylvania Station, Baltimore, MD | 1h15 | 17:54 30th Street Station, Philadelphia, PA | 0 changesdirect | |
2162 NextGen Acela | 16:56 Pennsylvania Station, Baltimore, MD | 1h05 | 18:01 30th Street Station, Philadelphia, PA | 0 changesdirect | |
2120 NextGen Acela | 17:38 Pennsylvania Station, Baltimore, MD | 1h06 | 18:44 30th Street Station, Philadelphia, PA | 0 changesdirect | |
136 Northeast Regional | 17:43 Pennsylvania Station, Baltimore, MD | 1h10 | 18:53 30th Street Station, Philadelphia, PA | 0 changesdirect | |
2124 NextGen Acela | 18:45 Pennsylvania Station, Baltimore, MD | 1h10 | 19:55 30th Street Station, Philadelphia, PA | 0 changesdirect | |
196 Northeast Regional | 18:49 Pennsylvania Station, Baltimore, MD | 1h14 | 20:03 30th Street Station, Philadelphia, PA | 0 changesdirect | |
138 Northeast Regional | 19:18 Pennsylvania Station, Baltimore, MD | 1h13 | 20:31 30th Street Station, Philadelphia, PA | 0 changesdirect | |
192 Northeast Regional | 19:54 Pennsylvania Station, Baltimore, MD | 1h16 | 21:10 30th Street Station, Philadelphia, PA | 0 changesdirect | |
2128 NextGen Acela | 20:34 Pennsylvania Station, Baltimore, MD | 1h13 | 21:47 30th Street Station, Philadelphia, PA | 0 changesdirect | |
90 Palmetto | 20:40 Pennsylvania Station, Baltimore, MD | 1h14 | 21:54 30th Street Station, Philadelphia, PA | 0 changesdirect | |
186 Northeast Regional | 21:14 Pennsylvania Station, Baltimore, MD | 1h16 | 22:30 30th Street Station, Philadelphia, PA | 0 changesdirect | |
198 Northeast Regional | 21:59 Pennsylvania Station, Baltimore, MD | 1h14 | 23:13 30th Street Station, Philadelphia, PA | 0 changesdirect | |
66 Northeast Regional | 23:01 Pennsylvania Station, Baltimore, MD | 1h21 | 0:22 30th Street Station, Philadelphia, PA | 0 changesdirect | |
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Trains from Baltimore, MD to Philadelphia, PA run on average 30 times per day, taking around 1h 37m. Cheap train tickets for this journey start at £5 if you book in advance.
There are 30 trains per day. The earliest train runs at 00:04, the last at 23:58. The fastest train covers the 144 km distance in 1h 7m.
Distance 144 km |
Average train duration 1h 37m |
Cheapest ticket price £5 |
Trains per day 30 |
Direct trains 30 |
Fastest train 1h 7m |
First train 0:04 |
Last train 23:58 |
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Low Season Jan - Mar |
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Best time to book 42 days |
Discover the best of Philadelphia, PA — top attractions, local food, transport tips, budget advice, and currency essentials. Plan your perfect Philadelphia, PA trip today.
Major art museum with wide-ranging collections and the famous steps. Worth visiting for both the galleries and the skyline views outside.
Engaging science museum with hands-on exhibits, a planetarium, and family-friendly displays. Good for curious visitors of all ages.
Compact museum focused on Rodin sculptures in a peaceful Beaux-Arts setting. Ideal for a quieter art stop near the Parkway.
Historic square and green in the Old City area, surrounded by major independence sites. Useful as a starting point for walking the district.
Popular urban trail and park along the Delaware River with lawns, hammocks, seasonal attractions, and open river views.
Large riverside park with boat houses, trails, and skyline views. Excellent for walking, running, and seeing a greener side of the city.
A long roll filled with thinly sliced beef and melted cheese, often with fried onions. It is Philadelphia’s signature street-food sandwich.
A soft pretzel with a figure-of-eight shape and chewy texture, commonly sold by street vendors and bakeries across the city.
A roast pork sandwich with slow-roasted pork, sharp provolone and broccoli rabe. It is a classic Italian-American Philadelphia speciality.
Historic indoor market with many traders serving roast pork, pretzels, pastries and other Philadelphia staples in a lively casual setting.
Classic South Philadelphia sandwich shop best known for roast pork sandwiches with broccoli rabe and sharp provolone.
Established restaurant serving refined Pennsylvania Dutch and Mid-Atlantic cooking in an elegant but relaxed City Center dining room.
Moderate for US city breaks: hotels are often pricey, but dining and SEPTA fares are reasonable for tourists.
Tip 18-20% in restaurants, more for excellent service. Taxis: 10-15%. Cafés: small change or $1 per drink is common.
Find answers to the most common questions about traveling from Baltimore, MD to Philadelphia, PA by train. From journey times and ticket prices to direct connections, first and last departures, and even whether the route is scenic, our FAQs cover everything you need to plan your trip. Whether you’re looking for the fastest train, the cheapest option, or tips for making the most of your visit at Philadelphia, PA, this guide helps you travel smarter and with confidence.

Most Baltimore, MD to Philadelphia, PA trains use the Pennsylvania Station to 30th Street Station station pair. Use this guide to compare Baltimore, MD and Philadelphia, PA train stations on this route, check city-centre transport, alongside checking practicalities like train station facilities and services.
Pennsylvania Station is 1 km from Baltimore city centre. Public transport options include:
Pennsylvania Station has practical services for this route, including Wifi, Lockers, Parking, Dining, ATM, Taxis, Accessibility, WC, Hotel, Lost and Found Office, Ticket Office, Bike Parking, Car Rental, Information Desk and Luggage Carts.
Food options include: The Helmand, Tapas Teatro
Free. ATMs are available in the train station.
Ticket office support is available at Pennsylvania Station. Information desks are located in the main hall.
Luggage storage is available at Pennsylvania Station. Lost and found is available at the station.
Available at Pennsylvania Station: Parking, Taxis, WC.
Available at Pennsylvania Station: Bike Parking, Car Rental.
Accessibility facilities are available at Pennsylvania Station: Elevators, ramps.
Nearby hotels include Hotel Indigo Baltimore Downtown, The Ivy Hotel, Hotel Revival Baltimore.
30th Street Station is 1 km from Philadelphia city centre. Public transport options include:
30th Street Station has practical services for this route, including Wifi, Lockers, Parking, Dining, ATM, Taxis, Accessibility, WC, Hotel, Lounge, Lost and Found Office, Ticket Office, Bike Parking, Bike Rental, Car Rental, Information Desk and Luggage Carts.
Food options include: Bridgewater's Pub, The Porch at 30th Street Station
Free. ATMs are available in the train station.
Ticket office support is available at 30th Street Station. Information desks are located in the main hall.
Luggage storage is available at 30th Street Station. Lost and found is available at the station.
Available at 30th Street Station: Parking, Taxis, WC.
Available at 30th Street Station: Bike Parking, Bike Rental, Car Rental.
Accessibility facilities are available at 30th Street Station: Elevators, ramps, restrooms.
Nearby hotels include The Inn at Penn, a Hilton Hotel, Sheraton Philadelphia University City Hotel, The Study at University City.
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